Rappaccini's Daughter
Originally released in 1980. Rappaccini's Daughter is a drama/fantasy film. directed by Dezsö Magyar. At just 55 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Kristoffer Tabori, Kathleen Beller, and Michael Egan
Synopsis
Set in 18th Century Italy, RAPPACCINI'S DAUGHTER is the tale of a young scholar named Giovanni (Kristoffer Tabori) who falls in love with a beautiful, yet forbidden, girl who tends her father's poison garden. However, the strange and unearthly beauty of Beatrice (Kathleen Beller) masks a terrifying curse which Giovanni must tragically discover. Her father, the mysterious Dr. Rappaccini, has made her the subject of a diabolical experiment. In Giovanni's attempt to free Beatrice from the control of her father and to escape the poisonous effect she begins to have on him, he unwittingly destroys her. From the short story of master American novelist Nathaniel Hawthorne, two quintessential Hawthorne themes are explored: the sins of interfering with another's soul and the futility of trying to tamper with nature.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1980
46 years ago
Runtime
0h 55m
55 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Learning in Focus
- Seacliff Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rappaccini's Daughter about?
Set in 18th Century Italy, RAPPACCINI'S DAUGHTER is the tale of a young scholar named Giovanni (Kristoffer Tabori) who falls in love with a beautiful, yet forbidden, girl who tends her father's poi...
Who directed Rappaccini's Daughter?
Rappaccini's Daughter was directed by Dezsö Magyar.
How long is Rappaccini's Daughter?
Rappaccini's Daughter has a runtime of 0 hours and 55 minutes (55 minutes total).
When was Rappaccini's Daughter released?
Rappaccini's Daughter was released on January 1, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Rappaccini's Daughter?
The main cast of Rappaccini's Daughter includes Kristoffer Tabori, Kathleen Beller, Michael Egan, Leonardo Cimino, Antonia Rey.